DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD)
Before DV/D8 DubbingThis section explains dubbing with a DV camcorder via the DV IN jack on the front panel. If you want to dub by way of the LINE IN jacks, see “Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device” on page 56.
About the DV IN jack
The DV IN jack on this recorder conforms to the i.LINK standard. You can connect any other equipment that has an i.LINK (DV) jack, and record digital signals.
For more information about i.LINK, see “About i.LINK” on page 115.
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If you plan to do additional editing on a disc after the initial dub, use the DV IN jack and record on a
You can connect a DV camcorder to the DV IN jack on the recorder to record or edit from a DV/ D8 format tape. Operation is straightforward because the DVD recorder will fast forward and rewind the tape for you – you do not need to operate your DV camcorder.
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DV camcorder as well before connecting.
DV IN
to DV IN
i.LINK cable 
(not supplied)
Notes
•The DV IN jack is for input only. It will not output signals.
•You cannot use the DV IN jack when:
–your DV camcorder does not work with this recorder. Connect the camcorder to the LINE IN jack and follow the instructions of “Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device” on page 56.
–the input signal is not in
–the input signal is in HDV (1080i) format.
–the images on the tape contain copy protection signals, which limit recording.
to DV output 
DV camcorder
: Signal flow